Program Details

Bachelor of Social Work Overview

The online BSW from Campbellsville University teaches you the foundations of social work so that you can help and support other individuals or groups. After graduating from this program, you will understand how to be an effective social work professional and how to approach clients from a position based on ethics and Christian values. You can then pursue a career in the field or continue your studies with our online MSW. You will study areas such as marriage and family relationships, crisis intervention and social policies.

Through the program, you’ll learn the historical and contemporary principles of social work, as well as the theoretical perspectives related to the field. You will also discover the necessary skills for performing generalist social work practice in a variety of areas: communities and organizations, individuals, families and groups. Through a required practicum, you will acquire hands-on experience in a supervised social work environment in order to demonstrate your achievement of social work core competencies, which are set forth by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). In addition, you will be able to choose three electives to complete your degree and better tailor it to suit your interests. Some of the elective choices include aging, addictions, foster care and adoption, medical social work, school social work and human rights.

Our online BSW degree offers an “interactive classroom,” in which you can interact with your professor and other students through video interaction. Our professors are available and personable and can provide individualized attention thanks to the small class sizes. You’ll also be able to complete a debriefing session with your professors to help solve any problems. Additionally, our social work faculty are experienced in working with non-traditional students who are seeking a comprehensive, experiential social work education.

Campbellsville University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Our online Bachelor of Social Work program is also accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The fully online program gives you the opportunity to study whenever best fits your busy personal and professional schedules. The program’s faculty members also have a wide range of real-life experiences that they incorporate into the curriculum.

Related Social Work Degrees

Course Map

Our online BSW degree consists of a total of 120 credit hours, with 51 credit hours for the social work core curriculum and an additional six hours of electives. The four-year program can be completed in as little as two years, depending on the amount of credits transferred.

The General Education component of undergraduate degrees provides the student with a basic understanding of a broad range of subjects. This supports the liberal arts emphasis of the University’s academic mission.

Your General Education component must include all of the following:

BIO 110: Biology

POL 110: American Government

PSY 111: General Psychology

SOC 110: Introduction to Sociology

Students must complete ENG 111, with a grade of “C” or better, to enroll in Social Work Area Core courses.

Take each course on the following list:

SWK 210: Introduction to Social Work

SWK 220: Practice I (Individual)

SWK 310: Social Policy and Planning

SWK 311: Human Behavior and Social Environment I

SWK 312: Human Behavior and Social Environment II

SWK 340: Practice II (Families)

SWK 342: Human Diversity

SWK 365: Quantitative Statistics and Research Methods

SWK 366: Qualitative Statistics and Research Methods

SWK 450: Practice III (Community and Organization)

SWK 455: Practice IV (Group)

Field Instruction: 12 hours*

* Students may take 12 hours over 1 semester (SWK 410) or take 6 hours per semester (SWK 420 and SWK 421)

Choose 2 courses from the following list:

SWK 315: Crisis Intervention

SWK 331: Marriage and Family

SWK 335: Human Rights

SWK 350: Values and Ethics in Social Work Practice

SWK 355: Faith-Based Social Services and Ministries

SWK 360: Child Abuse and Neglect

SWK 370: Child Abuse and Interventions

SWK 425: Death, Dying and Bereavement

SWK 460: Aging

SWK 480: Special Topics

SWK 481: Addictions

SWK 482: Conflict Resolution

SWK 483: Foster Care & Adoption

SWK 485: Medical Social Work

SWK 486: School Social Work

SWK 490: Independent Study in Social Work

Students must take courses totaling 28 credit hours to complete the 120 credit hours requirement for a bachelor’s degree. In conjunction with the online BSW degree, students may pursue a minor in another discipline, but are not required to do so.

Admissions Requirements

Admission to the BSW program is a two-step process. In order to apply to Campbellsville University’s accredited online bachelor’s degree in social work, students must complete or submit for review the following steps:

Costs & Financial Aid

The online BSW degree costs $399 per credit hour. In order to help students afford their education, Campbellsville University’s staff is available to work with students to discover available financial aid options.

Students can fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to find out what scholarships, grants, loans and payment plans are available for them. There are numerous options available, and not all financial aid is based on need.

A maximum of 72 credits can be transferred from a regionally accredited institution. Students wishing to transfer credits from an associate degree can easily do so through Campbellsville University’s Transfer Scholarship.

Campbellsville University is a military-friendly school and a proud member of the Yellow Ribbon program. Students who are currently serving at home or abroad or are veterans can further their education in a conducive online environment.

Why CU Online?

Focused on Your Growth

Our well-rounded education in the arts and sciences is central to our goal of fostering your personal and professional growth.

Faith-Based Education

Founded in 1906 as a Christian university, we welcome diverse perspectives and prepare students to become Christian servant leaders.

Affordable and Convenient

Campbellsville seeks to provide an affordable education for its students. Our online degree programs are in a convenient format so you can study whenever and wherever you want.

Accreditation

Campbellsville University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award certificates, associate, baccalaureate, masters and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the status of Campbellsville University.

Benefits of Learning Online

Campbellsville University offers several dynamic online degrees so that students can continue their education and hone their skills. Campbellsville’s online campus has been recognized as one of the best by numerous outlets. The institution’s faculty members have real-world experience in their fields, so students can get a glimpse of working in their prospective career. Students can also conveniently fit online coursework into their busy schedules.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. We offer a generous transfer policy for our online degree programs. Visit our Transfer Students page for more information.

Yes. You will have to complete the FAFSA form, and we will then determine your eligibility for any financial aid. Visit our financial aid page to learn more about your options, which include scholarships and grants.

You can apply to our online degree programs through the online application form. Remember to submit official copies of your high school and/or college transcripts, along with any other required documentation that is specific to your degree program. You can visit the admissions process page to learn more about what to expect throughout the process.

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Accreditation

Campbellsville University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award certificates, associate, baccalaureate, masters and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the status of Campbellsville University.